Gregg Heffner named new Oswego County social services commissioner

Oswego, NY -- The Oswego County Legislature Thursday approved the appointment of Gregg Heffner, of Phoenix, as the new commissioner of social services.

Heffner has been serving as acting commissioner of social services since the retirement of long-time commissioner Frances Lanigan in June. Heffner previously was director of services for the Social Services Department.

There were more than 20 applications for the position. Heffner will receive $90,103 a year.